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corrasion
erosion of a rock surface by rock fragments transported over it by water, wind, or ice corrasion [kə′rā·zhən] (geology) Mechanical wearing away of rock and soil by the action of solid materials moved along by wind, waves, running water, glaciers, or gravity. Also known as mechanical erosion. Corrasion mechanical abrasion of rocks by moving masses of detrital material transported by various moving agents (water, ice, wind) or displaced gravitationally along slopes. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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